This course has been carefully designed in consultation with employers within the sector to ensure that the content represents the skills and knowledge you need to directly meet the needs of employers within games design.
The focus will be around the development of practical skills which can be applied directly to tasks which are contextualised and able to test your skills in the real world.
Our staff have strong links with industry and the qualification has been designed with employers at the heart of its content. We use state-of-the-art equipment and industry-standard software.
We also have a range of real-life projects that you will be invited to work on as part of your programme.
Year 1
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of the page.
Upon successful completion of this course you could go into employment as a Games Designer, Games Animator, Level Editor, Assistant Producer or Creative Director.
Alternatively, you can progress onto further education to top-up your degree.
“I'm enjoying meeting new people with similar interests.”
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